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2009 WSOP November Nine

Learn about the 9 poker players at the final table of the 2009 World Series of Poker Main Event.

Poker Hall of Fame Members

See who is included in the elite group of poker players in the Poker Hall of Fame.

How to Play Strip Poker

Want to spice up your poker night? Play a game of poker where clothes become currency: strip poker. For adults only.

Poker in Aruba -- Aruba Poker Rooms

If you're in the Caribbean island of Aruba and are looking to find a poker room in one of the many casinos on the island, here are two great places to play poker in Aruba.

Video Poker Strategy: How to Win at Video Poker

Learn how to maximize your odds of winning -- and how much you win -- at Jacks-or-better video poker.

How to Play Pai Gow Poker

Pai Gow Poker is a popular table game in casinos that is a little tricky to learn but worth the time, as if played right, the house’s edge isn’t as high as other table games. Here are the rules and basic strategy for Pai Gow Poker.

Long Texas Hold‘em Tournament Structure

If you want to play a longer poker tournament (Over two hours), start each player with 10,000 chips and play with 30- or 45-minute levels. Here is the structure.

Quick Texas Hold‘em Tournament Structure

If you want to play a quick tournament (1-2 hours), start each player with 2,000 chips and play with 20-minute levels. Here is the structure for a quick tournament.

Home Poker Tournaments 101

A great way to enjoy a good game of poker with friends it to have a poker tournament at home. Here's how to host a simple no-limit texas hold'em poker tournament.

2009 WSOP Bracelet Winners

2009 WSOP Bracelet Winners: Find out who won each of the 57 events at the 2009 World Series of Poker and got coveted WSOP bracelets.

World Series of Poker Central

Everything you need to know about the World Series of Poker, including history, schedules, rules, player profiles, and more.

Celebrity Poker Showdown Schedule

Find out which celebrities will highlight their acting and poker skills on Bravo's Celebrity Poker Showdown, where the very funny Dave Foley and the very tall Phil Gordon host and comment on the action each episode.

2009 World Series of Poker Schedule

The World Series of Poker isn't just the $10,000 buy-in No-Limit Hold’em main event that you hear the most about, but a series of tournaments that start in May and go through the middle of July. Find the World Series of Poker schedule and buy-in for all the games here.

World Series of Poker Winners List

Find out who won the main event of the World Series of Poker, from the first game to the present.

Basic Poker Tells

One of the key skills most good poker players have is the ability to read their opponents at the table. That is why you hear so much about “poker tells.” A “tell” is any physical reaction, kind of behavior, or habit that gives (or tells) the other players information about your hand. Read about common tells and improve your game.

Slang for Poker Hands

Learn the slang for poker hands so when you hear these nicknames while playing Texas Hold'em, you'll know what everyone is talking about.

Poker Gift Guide

Need a poker-related gift for someone? Find ideas here for the perfect poker gift for any type of poker fan.

2008 WSOP Bracelet Winners

2008 WSOP Bracelet Winners: Find out who won each of the 55 events at the 2008 World Series of Poker and got coveted WSOP bracelets.

2008 WSOP November Nine

Learn about the 9 poker players at the final table of the 2008 World Series of Poker.

Where to Play Poker in Atlantic City

These are the casinos with card rooms in Atlantic City where you can play poker games like Texas Hold'em.

2007 WSOP Bracelet Winners

2007 WSOP Bracelet Winners: Find out who won each of the 55 events at the 2007 World Series of Poker and got coveted WSOP bracelets.

Crazy Pineapple Poker Rules

Tired of plain old Texas Hold'em? Try this variation to the game, Pineapple, or "Crazy Pineapple."

2008 WSOP on TV -- ESPN's TV Schedule for the 2008 World Series of Poker

Find out when you can catch the 2008 World Series of Poker on TV here.

2008 World Series of Poker Schedule

The World Series of Poker isn't just the $10,000 buy-in No-Limit Hold’em main event that you hear the most about, but a series of tournaments that start in May and go through the middle of July. Find the World Series of Poker schedule and buy-in for all the games here.

Starting Hand Selection in Texas Hold'em Poker

One of the first and most important things to learn when playing Texas Hold'em is which starting hands are worth staying in with -- and which you should fold.

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